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Criminal

Criminal

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English57% KR📅 2020K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Criminal (Criminal) is performed by SHINee, released on the album Never Gonna Dance Again : Act 1 - The 3rd Album in 2020.

💡 Linguistic Features: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Practice singing along with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

Lyrics, Romanization & English Translation

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la

해롭단 거 잘 알지 (Ooh)

hae-rop-dan geo jal al-ji (Ooh)

그 눈빛과 움직임 (Ooh)

geu nun-bit-gwa um-jik-im (Ooh)

널 벗어나려 하지만 (Oh)

neol beos-eo-na-ryeo ha-ji-man (Oh)

세뇌된 채로 고개를 끄덕여 난

se-noe-doen chae-ro go-gae-reul kkeu-deok-yeo nan

네 말에 꼬이고 춤추는 두 발이 왠지 싫지는 않지

ne mal-e kko-i-go chum-chu-neun du bal-i waen-ji sil-ji-neun an-ji

태초에 정해진 너라는 진리에 저항할 마음 없으니

tae-cho-e jeong-hae-jin neo-ra-neun jin-ri-e jeo-hang-hal ma-eum eop-eu-ni

우아해 날 해치는 criminal

u-a-hae nal hae-chi-neun criminal

It's okay 날 달래곤 괴롭혀

It's okay nal dal-rae-gon goe-rop-hyeo

Ooh 너란 목줄을 채운 난

Ooh neo-ran mok-jul-eul chae-un nan

숨을 쉴 수 없게 아프면서 황홀하잖아

sum-eul swil su eop-ge a-peu-myeon-seo hwang-hol-ha-jan-a

우아해 날 망치는 criminal

u-a-hae nal mang-chi-neun criminal

Not okay 고갤 저어 보지만

Not okay go-gael jeo-eo bo-ji-man

Ooh 점점 더 깊이 끌려가

Ooh jeom-jeom deo gip-i kkeul-ryeo-ga

네게 빠진 순간 더는 결백하지 않은 나

ne-ge ppa-jin sun-gan deo-neun gyeol-baek-ha-ji an-eun na

너라는 그 syndrome (Ooh)

neo-ra-neun geu syndrome (Ooh)

날 유인하곤 흔들어 (Ooh)

nal yu-in-ha-gon heun-deul-eo (Ooh)

네 아이 같은 표정 뒤 (Oh)

ne a-i gat-eun pyo-jeong dwi (Oh)

아찔한 반전 소름이 끼쳐

a-jjil-han ban-jeon so-reum-i kki-chyeo

상처로 벌어진 심장엔 이미 네 지문이 가득하지

sang-cheo-ro beol-eo-jin sim-jang-en i-mi ne ji-mun-i ga-deuk-ha-ji

날 찌른 네 손을 맞잡은 내 손도 깨끗하진 않으니

nal jji-reun ne son-eul mat-jap-eun nae son-do kkae-kkeus-ha-jin an-eu-ni

우아해 날 해치는 criminal

u-a-hae nal hae-chi-neun criminal

It's okay 날 달래곤 괴롭혀

It's okay nal dal-rae-gon goe-rop-hyeo

Ooh 너란 목줄을 채운 난

Ooh neo-ran mok-jul-eul chae-un nan

숨을 쉴 수 없게 아프면서 황홀하잖아

sum-eul swil su eop-ge a-peu-myeon-seo hwang-hol-ha-jan-a

우아해 날 망치는 criminal

u-a-hae nal mang-chi-neun criminal

Not okay 고갤 저어 보지만

Not okay go-gael jeo-eo bo-ji-man

Ooh 점점 더 깊이 끌려가

Ooh jeom-jeom deo gip-i kkeul-ryeo-ga

네게 빠진 순간 더는 결백하지 않은 나

ne-ge ppa-jin sun-gan deo-neun gyeol-baek-ha-ji an-eun na

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

La-la-la, la-la-la-la-la

더 망쳐줘

deo mang-chyeo-jwo

Oh yeah 우아해 날 해치는 criminal

Oh yeah u-a-hae nal hae-chi-neun criminal

It's okay 날 달래곤 괴롭혀

It's okay nal dal-rae-gon goe-rop-hyeo

Ooh 너란 목줄을 채운 난

Ooh neo-ran mok-jul-eul chae-un nan

숨을 쉴 수 없게 아프면서 황홀하잖아

sum-eul swil su eop-ge a-peu-myeon-seo hwang-hol-ha-jan-a

우아해 날 망치는 criminal

u-a-hae nal mang-chi-neun criminal

Not okay 고갤 저어 보지만

Not okay go-gael jeo-eo bo-ji-man

Ooh (Yeah) 점점 더 깊이 끌려가 yeah

Ooh (Yeah) jeom-jeom deo gip-i kkeul-ryeo-ga yeah

벗어나길 원치 않아 전부 무너뜨려 날

beos-eo-na-gil won-chi an-a jeon-bu mu-neo-tteu-ryeo nal

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Criminal by SHINee.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Criminal" (Criminal) by SHINee is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and personal growth, capturing the nuanced dynamics of modern relationships and youthful passion.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Criminal" employs subtle cultural idioms and layered lyricism. Phrasing shifts between introspective Korean stanzas and rhythmic English phrases, allowing listeners to experience both universal accessibility and culturally rich linguistic nuance.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Criminal" highlights SHINee's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, feelings
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
사랑(Sarang)
Love, affection

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “Criminal”?

"Criminal" (Criminal) by SHINee is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabil...

Q: How can I practice singing “Criminal” with proper Korean pronunciation?

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Criminal.

Performer (아티스트)SHINee
Album (앨범)Never Gonna Dance Again : Act 1 - The 3rd Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SHINee and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Criminal, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Criminal by SHINee?

"Criminal" is performed by SHINee. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

Where can I practice singing Criminal with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Criminal with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=shinee-criminal, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Criminal by SHINee?

"Criminal" is performed by SHINee, released on the album "Never Gonna Dance Again : Act 1 - The 3rd Album" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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